2008 BMW Z4 for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 10.7 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.7 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2008 BMW Z4 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2008 BMW Z4 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.2L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.4 L/100 km | 8.4 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 251 g/km | 263 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.72 | $19.60 | $22.93 |
2008 BMW Z4: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 18 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 28 | 28 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 22 | 21 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 26 | 25 | 22 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,750 | US$3,900 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,744 | $3,920 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 BMW Z4
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (13), steering (5) and electrical system (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V119000 | 2022-03-02 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2013 1 Series Coupe (128i); 2007-2013 3 Series Coupe (328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive); 2007-2010 X3 SAV (X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i); 2008-2013 1 Series Convertible (128i); 2006-2011 3 Series Sedan (325i, 325xi, 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 330i, 330xi); 2006-2012 3... |
| 17V683000 | 2017-10-30 | engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:crankcase (pcv) | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2008-2011 128i and 2007-2011 328i, 328xi, 328i xDrive, 525i, 525xi, 528i, 528xi, 530i, 530xi, X3 3.0si, X3 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive30i, Z4 3.0i, Z4 3.0si and Z4 sDrive30i vehicles. The heater for the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve may short circuit. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2008 BMW Z4
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2008 BMW Z4; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Thinking about the 2008 BMW Z4? Here are the numbers in plain words and what to check.
A buyer's checks
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Owners filed 19 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags, steering and electrical system; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it.
Under the hood
The 3.0L 6-cylinder is what moves it, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 10.7 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 32 litres. Expect about $18.72 per 100 km at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else.
Room inside
Low and compact, it is a car for the drive more than the cargo.
A longer test drive
Rent the Z4 first, and buy only if it fits your life. Drive the Z4 on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the Z4 for a week and see how it fits your life.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,750 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.72 in fuel.
Ready when you are
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 BMW Z4 from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 BMW Z4 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 BMW Z4
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 BMW Z4?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 BMW Z4 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 BMW Z4 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 BMW Z4 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,750 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3744.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.